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Why Changing Your Foot Strike Changes Your Injury Risk
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Maybe you’ve heard that heel striking is bad and that switching to a midfoot or forefoot strike will make you faster and less injury-prone. Or maybe you’re considering changing your foot strike because you’ve had knee pain, and someone told you landing differently might help.
Why Do Some Physical Therapists Shame Coaches for Gait Analysis?
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Gait analysis isn’t some mystical, off-limits practice reserved only for PTs. It’s a fundamental part of understanding how a runner moves.
The Truth About Running Form: Core Strength, Torso Rotation, and the Sling Method
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There’s a lot of conflicting information out there about running mechanics, core strength, and what actually makes someone an efficient runner.
Why Elite Runners Don’t Always Look Smooth in Races (But Still Train for It Every Day)
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Some of the best runners in the world don’t always look smooth or efficient in the final miles. Their arms might swing a little more wildly. Their stride might look uneven. Their posture might not be as upright as you'd expect.
How Adjusting Your Running Form Can Improve Efficiency and Reduce Injuries
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Research shows that small adjustments to stride length and mechanics can make a big difference in impact forces, energy efficiency, and injury prevention.